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Pre-Knee Replacement: Ankle Pumps, Quad Sets, Leg Raises

Doing these exercises BEFORE your knee replacement can help speed your recovery. Ask your physical therapist (PT) whether you should exercise one or both legs. Unless you’re told otherwise, start by doing each exercise five to 10 times (5 to 10 reps) twice a day (2 sets). As you get stronger, slowly increase the number of reps and sets.